Celebrity Deaths
RJ Mitte, ‘Breaking Bad’ Actor Who Played Walter White Jr., Dies at 34
RJ Mitte — the actor who became widely known for playing Walter White Jr. on the acclaimed series Breaking Bad — has died. He was 34. Mitte died Monday, October 12, in Texas, TMZ reported that same day.
Mitte appeared in 56 episodes of AMC’s Breaking Bad, starring opposite Bryan Cranston and Anna Gunn as Walter “Flynn” White Jr. The outlet reported that his death was by suicide. The investigation into Mitte’s death remains ongoing.
No additional details were immediately released.
Just days before his death, Mitte had reunited with Breaking Bad costar Luis Moncada.
Social media photos showed the former costars spending time together earlier this month.
The Emmy-winning drama aired from 2008 to 2013 and became one of television’s most acclaimed series. His other acting credits included The Oak Room, The Recall and The Guardians of Justice (Will Save You!).
Off-screen, Mitte advocated for greater representation of disabled performers in Hollywood.
The actor, who had cerebral palsy, previously spoke publicly about the importance of creating more opportunities for actors with disabilities, according to People.
Mitte was also planning a future with his fiancée, Kennedy Suarez. The couple announced their engagement in 2025 after several years together, People reported.
News of his death came less than a month after Mitte celebrated his 34th birthday.
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